Cyber Security Consultant

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Role Name :  Cyber Security Consultant

Schedule : 1 0 hours / week, flexible

Client Timezone : Western Australia Time (GMT+8)

Client Overview

Join a leading cybersecurity consultancy that partners with defense sector and critical infrastructure clients across Western Australia. This established firm delivers cutting-edge security solutions and advisory services to high-profile organizations, maintaining the highest standards of data protection and cybersecurity excellence. Their team of experts works at the forefront of security technology, implementing and managing sophisticated security solutions for clients who demand the utmost in protection and compliance.

Job Description

Take on a pivotal role in managing and implementing advanced Microsoft security solutions for prestigious defense sector clients. You’ll work with cutting-edge security technologies, including Microsoft’s latest security suite, while ensuring robust protection for sensitive environments. This position offers unique exposure to high-security implementations and the opportunity to work with sophisticated security tools while maintaining strict compliance standards. You’ll be part of a dynamic team delivering critical security services to organizations where security is paramount.

Responsibilities

• Support ASD Essential 8 controls tooling across all domains
• Configure and manage Microsoft Purview Defender security solutions across client environments
• Implement and maintain Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) security protocols
• Lead SharePoint administration and security implementations
• Deploy and configure security tools within client environments
• Monitor and maintain compliance with stringent security standards
• Collaborate with onshore security teams to deliver comprehensive solutions
• Provide technical guidance on Microsoft security best practices
• Support continuous improvement of security processes and procedures

Requirements

Independent Contractor Perks

Requirements

Requirements : Application Control : Tools like CyberArk, App locker, and Air Lock Digital. Patch Applications : Tools such as Qualys, Rapid7, Tenable, Ivanti Patch Management and Microsoft SCCM. Configure Microsoft Office Macro Settings : Tools like Microsoft Group Policy and Intune. User Application Hardening : Tools such as Microsoft Defender Application Guard and Chrome Enterprise. Restrict Administrative Privileges : Tools like BeyondTrust and CyberArk. Patch Operating Systems : Tools such as Microsoft WSUS and Ivanti Patch Management. Multi-Factor Authentication : Tools like Duo Security and Microsoft Authenticator. Daily Backups : Tools such as Veeam Backup & Replication, Cohesity, and Acronis Cyber Backup.